This is a study for a series of paintings called "Strata". These are abstract interpretations and expressions of any sources that are inspirations to visualize or imagine layers.

I am a painter, living and working in the Seattle area, Washington state, USA. I find visual inspiration everywhere in life. Common events and sights - such as water flowing over a broken drain field, or textures, lines, and colors in a piece of marble - just simple things sort of click in my brain. There the memory is stored, and eventually is converted into an idea for a painting, or a series of paintings where the idea is further developed and expanded. Each painting in a series takes the ideas to explore it in a different focus. Endless possibilities. Travel also inspires me with many ideas for painting. The amazing variety of sights, cultures, scenery, and lifestyles are a boundless source of motivation. Creative events - such as dance, and music - also fascinate me.